Operation Safe Passage is underway in Los Gatos and Monte Sereno, with police sending out enforcement teams to make sure residents don't speed or jaywalk near schools. Cyclists who aren't wearing helmets will also be targeted and police will be looking to see if car seats are being used properly.

At the same time, when police see kids who are wearing helmets while skateboarding, scootering or biking, they will give them a coupon for free pizza at J.J. Magoo's or Pizza My Heart.

"These programs increase the comfort of parents who encourage their children to travel to school independently," Sergeant Steve Walpole said. "This in turn saves families money, improves health, reduces emissions and builds community."

Operation Safe Passage is paid for with a grant from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The program runs through Friday.